About This Vessel
measures 40 ft, and is located in Annapolis, Maryland, powered by Yanmar 4JH45 45.00HP.
Top-Option, Lightly Used Oceanis 40.1 with Low Hours and Excellent UpkeepSOPHIA is a lightly used, extremely well-kept 2022 Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 that stands out for her top-level options, private family use, and unusually fresh presentation. With only 204 hours on her Yanmar 45 HP diesel, she has led an easy life of coastal cruising, daysailing, weekend trips, and short hops rather than hard offshore miles or full-time liveaboard use.The Oceanis 40.1 is one of Beneteau’s most successful new-generation cruising designs. Her Marc Lombard hull carries beam well aft with a stepped hull form, twin rudders, and a powerful but approachable sail plan. The result is a yacht that feels larger than her length, sails with rewarding performance, and remains easy to manage for a couple or family.What makes SOPHIA especially compelling is the option list. She is equipped with the Comfort Trim Level, Upwind and Downwind Pack, B&G Offshore Pack, retractable bow thruster, electric coachroof winch, electric windlass, electrically operated swim platform, teak cockpit floor, custom canvas package, air conditioning, upgraded batteries, and shoal-draft/ICW-friendly configuration. These are the options buyers want, and they materially improve comfort, performance, and ease of ownership.Below, SOPHIA features the bright white oak Alpi interior with Marlin Weiss upholstery, upgraded brown oak laminated cabin soles, three cabins, two heads, electric freshwater toilets, a large saloon, a practical L-shaped galley, and excellent natural light. Her interior and exterior condition reflect low use and attentive ownership, with cushions, joinery, gelcoat, systems, and canvas all presenting as a yacht that has been cared for properly.For a buyer seeking a late-model, highly optioned, turn-key 40-foot cruiser for the Chesapeake, New England, ICW, Florida, or Bahamas, SOPHIA is a standout. She offers modern Beneteau design, smart factory options, low engine hours, excellent upkeep, and a feature set that would be difficult and costly to replicate after purchase.Key Features:Lightly used 2022 Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 with only 204 engine hoursTop-level option package including Comfort Trim Level, Upwind and Downwind Pack, and B&G Offshore PackYanmar 4JH45 45 HP shaft-drive diesel engine - 204 hoursShoal-draft keel and ICW-friendly mast height for East Coast, ICW, and Bahamas cruisingRetractable bow thruster for easy docking and close-quarters maneuveringUpwind and Downwind Pack with genoa tracks, additional winches, bowsprit, Code 0 / asymmetric spinnaker rigging, and furling Dacron genoaB&G Offshore Pack with Zeus 7 in touchscreen displays at both helms, radar, wind/speed/depth, NAC3 autopilot, VHF, AIS receiver, and wireless handsetElectrically operated transom swim platform with remote controlTeak cockpit floor and luxe cockpit table with coverCustom 3-piece blue Sunbrella bimini, dodger, and connector with matching coversDual air-conditioning units - 16,000 BTU and 8,000 BTUAGM engine and service batteries replaced in 2023530 W solar array on bimini - 2025Electric coachroof winch, electric windlass with remote, and 3-blade folding propellerWhite oak Alpi interior, Marlin Weiss upholstery, brown oak laminated cabin solesThree-cabin, two-head layout with electric freshwater quiet-flush toiletsCustom SeaCanvas Exact Fit winter cover, Top Gun fabric, Tenara thread, 4 vents, 3-piece design It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
INTERIOR ACCOMODATIONS AND LAYOUT
The Oceanis 40.1 interior is a major reason this model has been so successful. Beneteau and Nauta Design created a bright, contemporary layout that makes exceptional use of the yacht’s beam and stepped hull form. SOPHIA’s white oak Alpi joinery, Marlin Weiss upholstery, brown oak laminated cabin soles, large hull windows, opening hatches, and LED lighting give the interior a clean, modern feel that presents exceptionally well because of her low use and careful ownership.SOPHIA is arranged in a three-cabin, two-head layout. The owner’s cabin is forward with an island double berth and private en-suite head with separate shower. Two aft cabins provide comfortable guest accommodations, while the main saloon and L-shaped galley create an open social area suited to family cruising, entertaining, and longer time aboard.Interior Styling and Additional Features:White oak Alpi interior joineryMarlin Weiss upholstery in the saloonBrown oak laminated cabin solesThree-cabin, two-head layoutForward owner’s cabin with private en-suite head and separate showerTwo generous aft guest cabins with double berthsSaloon double berth conversion with infill optionLED indirect saloon lighting and upgraded interior lighting from Comfort Trim LevelBeige padded upholstery in cabinsMosquito screens on opening ports and coachroof hatchesPleated blinds for saloon hull ports and retractable shades/screens for hatchesMAIN SALOONThe main saloon feels notably larger than expected for a 40-foot cruiser. The raised windows, light joinery, large U-shaped dining area, and practical bench seating create a bright and inviting space for meals, lounging, and time aboard in poor weather.U-shaped saloon settee with dining table to starboardBench seat to portSaloon table converts to a double berth with infillMarlin Weiss upholsteryLarge hull windows and deck hatches for natural lightLED indirect lighting for evening ambienceFusion stereo with interior speakers115 V outlets from Comfort Trim LevelMASTER STATEROOMThe forward owner’s cabin is private, bright, and comfortable, with an island double berth, useful storage, opening hatches, and direct access to the en-suite master head.Forward owner’s stateroom with island double berthPrivate en-suite head accessSeparate shower in master headStorage lockers and shelvesOpening hatch for light and ventilationBeige padded cabin upholsteryMaster HeadThe master head serves the forward owner’s cabin only and includes the desirable separate shower arrangement.Private en-suite master headElectric freshwater quiet-flush toiletSeparate shower compartmentHot and cold pressurized waterStorage for toiletries and linensVIP STATEROOMThe port aft cabin is a comfortable double guest cabin with good berth size, ventilation, and privacy. It works well for family, guests, or additional cruising storage when sailing as a couple.Port aft double berth cabinOpening cockpit port for ventilationStorage lockers and shelvingGood guest privacy from the forward owner’s cabinUSB / charging support from upgraded electrical packageVIP HeadThe aft guest/day head is positioned near the companionway and serves the aft guest cabins and main living areas. Its location is practical underway and convenient when coming below from the cockpit.Aft guest/day headElectric freshwater quiet-flush toiletSeparate shower areaHot and cold pressurized waterCompanionway-adjacent position for day useGUEST CABIN (STARBOARD)The starboard aft guest cabin mirrors the practical comfort of the port aft cabin and gives SOPHIA true three-cabin flexibility for family cruising, guests, or gear storage.Starboard aft double berth cabinOpening cockpit port for ventilationStorage lockers and shelvingSuitable for guests, children, or cruising gear
GALLEY
The L-shaped galley is positioned to port and remains connected to the saloon while still providing secure working space. It is equipped for coastal cruising, weekends aboard, and longer trips away from the dock.L-shaped galley with practical working surfacesStainless steel two-burner stove and oven on gimbalLarge DC refrigerator with top and front-loading accessCompact sink cover / cutting board to maximize counter spaceMicrowave oven - 115 VHot and cold pressurized waterAbundant storage in lockers and drawers
NAVIGATION AND ELECTRONICS
NAVIGATION STATIONSOPHIA’s navigation and systems information are distributed between the saloon and dual helm stations, with B&G electronics, monitoring, VHF, and autopilot controls suited to short-handed cruising.B&G-based navigation packageBattery monitor / Navicolor displayWiFi interface for integration, remote monitoring, and updatesFusion stereo system controlELECTRONIC SYSTEMSThe B&G Offshore Pack is one of SOPHIA’s major strengths, giving her a modern twin-helm navigation and autopilot package with the functionality expected on a late-model cruising yacht.B&G Zeus 7 in multifunction touchscreen display at both helm stations with updated charts - 2025B&G radarB&G wind sensor, log, speed, and depth transducersB&G NAC3 autopilot with control headB&G WR10 wireless autopilot remoteB&G V60 fixed VHF radio with AIS receiverB&G H60 wireless VHF handsetWindex windvane at mastheadWiFi interface for system integration and updatesHELM STATIONS - PORTTwin-wheel cockpit layout with port helm stationB&G Zeus 7 in touchscreen multifunction displayAutopilot control accessExcellent sightlines to sails and forward deckNearby cockpit winches and line-handling controlsHELM STATIONS - STARBOARDStarboard helm station with B&G Zeus 7 in touchscreen multifunction displayEngine controls and bow thruster controlVHF wireless handset support12 V outlet at helmClear access to transom swim platform and cockpit
CONSTRUCTION AND KEY FEATURES OF THE HULL AND DECK
HULLThe Oceanis 40.1 was designed by Marc Lombard with a modern stepped hull, long waterline, powerful sections carried aft, and twin rudders. The result is a cruiser that offers impressive interior volume without giving up sailing performance.Marc Lombard hull design with Nauta Design interior and deck stylingFiberglass monohull constructionModern stepped hull form with beam carried aft for stability and interior volumeTwin rudders for control and grip under sailShoal-draft keel - approx. 5 ft 6 inWhite hull with excellent presentation from light private useDECKOn deck, SOPHIA is configured for easy handling and comfortable cruising. The twin wheels, open cockpit, teak cockpit floor, electric swim platform, and custom canvas package make her equally enjoyable under sail, at anchor, or at the dock.Wide cockpit with twin wheels and helm seatsTeak cockpit floorLuxe cockpit table with blue Sunbrella coverElectrically operated swim platform with remote controlCustom 3-piece blue Sunbrella bimini, dodger, and connectorWheel covers, winch covers, and turnbuckle coversCustom canvas companionway coverHot and cold cockpit showerAccess openings in lifelines to port and starboard for dock boardingCustom SeaCanvas Exact Fit winter cover, Top Gun fabric, Tenara thread, 4 vents, 3-piece designCOCKPITLarge, open cockpit suited to family cruising and entertainingTwin helm stations with good sightlinesElectric swim platform creates a large swim and boarding areaTeak cockpit floor and covered cockpit tableCustom bimini, dodger, connector, and protective canvas packageMAST AND RIGGINGICW-friendly rig configurationAll running rigging led aft to the cockpitUpwind and Downwind PackAdditional jammers and organizersPolyester bowsprit with integrated anchoring gear and bobstaySymmetrical spinnaker / Code 0 riggingGenoa sheet tracks on side decksWindex windvane at mastheadSAILS AND WINCHESFurling Dacron genoa replacing standard self-tacking jibRigged for Code 0 or asymmetric spinnaker useTwo H46.2 STA genoa winches in addition to primary winchesElectric coachroof winch3-blade folding propeller for reduced drag under sail
SHIP SYSTEMS
ENGINE AND MECHANICALSOPHIA is powered by a Yanmar 4JH45 45 HP shaft-drive diesel with only 204 hours. Her mechanical package is well suited to reliable coastal cruising and easy docking, especially with the retractable bow thruster and folding propeller.Yanmar 4JH45 CR 45 HP diesel engine - 204 hoursShaft-drive installation3-blade folding propellerRetractable bow thruster with push-button controlElectric windlass with remote controlPLUMBING AND TANKAGESOPHIA is set up for comfortable time aboard with upgraded water capacity, pressurized hot/cold water, two heads, electric freshwater toilets, and air conditioning for hot-weather cruising.Fuel capacity: 52 galFresh water capacity: approx. 87 gal / 330 L with extra water tank optionHolding tank capacity: approx. 21 galHot water heater heated by engine and shore powerTwo electric freshwater quiet-flush toiletsForward owner’s head with separate showerAft guest/day head with separate shower areaHot and cold cockpit showerELECTRICAL SYSTEMAGM engine and service batteries replaced - 2023530 W solar array on bimini - 2025115 V AC system with six interior outlets and shore power inlet60 A battery chargerBattery monitor / Navicolor displayAGM 100 Ah engine and bow thruster servo batteries with upgraded service bank12 V LED lighting throughoutDual air-conditioning units - 16,000 BTU and 8,000 BTUAUDIO/VISUAL AND ENTERTAINMENT EQUIPMENTFusion stereo systemInterior speakersWaterproof cockpit speakersSAFETY EQUIPMENTElectric windlass with remote controlMooring and anchoring kitCustom winter cover for off-season protectionNavigation lights and B&G navigation package
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
BROKER’S COMMENTSSOPHIA is the type of late-model Oceanis 40.1 that buyers hope to find: highly optioned, exceptionally lightly used, easy to handle, and cared for at a level that shows immediately. The combination of low engine hours, top factory packages, upgraded batteries, custom canvas, bow thruster, air conditioning, electric swim platform, B&G electronics, and shoal-draft East Coast practicality makes her a compelling alternative to ordering new.Highly optioned Oceanis 40.1 with the right cruising packagesExtremely low use with only 204 engine hoursExcellent upkeep and light private cruising historyIdeal size and configuration for the Chesapeake, New England, ICW, Florida, and BahamasStrong value compared with duplicating this option list on a new buildREVIEWSBeneteau describes the Oceanis 40.1 as offering exceptional deck volume and interior space with no concessions to performance.SAIL Magazine noted the shoal-draft version draws 5 ft 6 in and clears approximately 61 ft overhead, making it suitable for the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.
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